Farm holidays and farm stays in Penryn

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If you are looking for a farm holiday in Penryn, Cornwall Online lists farm cottages, farmhouse bed and breakfast and farm campsites advertised by their owners. Penryn is a historic town at the head of the Penryn River, next to Falmouth, with countryside all around.

Falmouth's beaches, including Gyllyngvase and Swanpool, are a few minutes' drive away. From the farm you can explore Flushing and Feock, Falmouth and St Mawes. All bookings are made direct with the owners, so you can ask about children, dogs and farm life before you arrive.

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Farm holidays and farm stays in Penryn

Cornwall Online has one property listed in Penryn.

Gadles Farm Cottages

From 280 to 800
Truro · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Staying at Gadles Farm Cottages puts you in Truro, close to the centre of things. It is a self-catering holiday let with the coast an easy drive away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Two delightful self-catering holiday cottages, each sleeping 4/5. Situated in the perfect location for exploring Cornwalls countryside, gardens, coasts, sailing waters and cycle trails.” – the owner

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More holidays across West Cornwall

With few properties listed in Penryn, here are more owner-advertised properties within easy reach in West Cornwall.

Newquay · Glamping · sleeps 8

Owner-run a glamping site in Newquay: Penvose Farm Coarse Fishing is a short drive from Penryn and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Penvose Farm - coarse fishing all the year round , Penvose Farm offers a unique fishing experience with its four coarse fishing lakes. The farm is located near Cornwall Airport Newquay and provides a peaceful setting for anglers.” – the owner

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St Austell · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 6

Rescorla Farmhouse in St Austell gives you bed and breakfast as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Rescorla Farm House is nestled in the peace of the countryside and commands stunning views- With ample on site parking Rescorla Farm is ideally located within walking distance of the Eden Project and short drives to local wineries; Fowey; The Lost Gardens of Heligan; Lanhydrock House and gardens; Bodmin Jail Museum and steam railway;…” – the owner

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Zennor, St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Staying at Cringlers Barn puts you in Zennor and St Ives, a short drive from Penryn. It is a self-catering holiday let with sandy beaches one to three miles away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Short breaks are offered outside the main season.

“Cringlers Barn is situated on a working Guernsey Dairy Farm in the idyllic village of Zennor. Zennor is located five miles west of St Ives.” – the owner

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Borah Farm Cottages

From 440 to 1840
Lamorna, St Buryan , Penzance · Glamping · sleeps 6

Borah Farm Cottages in Lamorna, St Buryan and Penzance gives you a glamping site as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Parking is available for guests.

“Set in a delightful, sunny farm setting near Lamorna Cove. Close to coastal footpath, sandy beaches & many popular attractions.” – the owner

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Trevalgan Holiday Barns

From 500 to 900
St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 2

Owner-run a self-catering holiday let in St Ives: Trevalgan Holiday Barns is a short drive from Penryn and well placed for Cornwall. Check the facilities below, then contact the owner for availability. Parking is available for guests.

“Enjoy the peace of the countryside with bustling St Ives just 2 miles down the road. During the main season buses run daily to St Ives.” – the owner

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St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Sleeping up to 4, Trevalgan Holidays is a self-catering holiday let in St Ives. It makes a practical base for Cornwall, with a beach less than a mile away. Larger family groups can be catered for.

“Two lovely self catering holiday barns each sleeping 2 people at Trevalgan Farm - situated just off the spectacular coast road between St Ives and Zennor.Our holiday barns are set in an area surrounded by wonderful scenery, with bracken covered hills andrugged cliffs covered in heather and gorse.” – the owner

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Skillywadden Barn

From 350 to 675
St Ives · Self-catering · sleeps 4

Skillywadden Barn in St Ives gives you a self-catering holiday let as your base for Cornwall. Days out on foot, by bike or by car start from the door, and you book direct with the people who run it. Wi-Fi / internet access is available.

“Recently converted detached granite barn within a small farmhouse complex, Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty within three miles of St Ives and ideally placed for exploring the West Penwith coastal paths that cover this peninsula and lead you to Lands End.” – the owner

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Lands End · Bed & Breakfast · sleeps 6

Staying at Trendrennen Farm puts you in Lands End, a short drive from Penryn. It is bed and breakfast with sandy beaches one to three miles away, and there are no agency fees when you book. Parking is available for guests.

“Charming family run bed and breakfast accommodation experiencing extensive sea and coastal views.We are within easy walking distance of The Minack Theatre,Porthcurno beach and the 2 local inns. 3 Double Bed rooms - two ensuite - one with private bathroom” – the owner

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Penryn holidays – FAQs

Penryn is a historic town at the head of the Penryn River, next to Falmouth.

Falmouth's beaches, including Gyllyngvase and Swanpool, are a few minutes' drive away.

Yes. Penryn station, on the Maritime Line from Truro, is less than a mile and a half away.

A farm holiday is a stay on or beside a farm, usually in a converted farm cottage or barn, a farmhouse bed and breakfast or a farm campsite, with countryside all around. Facilities vary, so check each listing.

Each farm links to its own website. You book directly with the owners, with no booking fees or commission from Cornwall Online.

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